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Essential public safety news on policing, fire, rescue, and civil protection. See response data, prevention efforts, and neighborhood safety plans.

What we cover: policing, crime, fire, emergency response, and prevention programs.

Crime in Mexico remains a complex and evolving issue, affecting public safety, tourism, local economies, and international perceptions. This section delivers in-depth news and analysis on organized crime, cartel activity, corruption, homicides, extortion, theft, and law enforcement efforts across the country. We report on regional hotspots, including Mexico City, Jalisco, Guerrero, Michoacán, and Baja California, highlighting how crime trends vary by location. Coverage also includes policy changes, military interventions, and community responses to insecurity. Whether you’re a resident, traveler, policymaker, or concerned reader, this tag provides reliable reporting on the scope and impact of crime—from high-profile incidents to systemic challenges and local resilience efforts.

Puerto Vallarta traffic police

Puerto Vallarta traffic police seize 70 motorcycles

Puerto Vallarta traffic police seized 70 motorcycles for missing plates, helmets or papers as checkpoints intensify to reduce crashes citywide.
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Stolen minivan chase outruns California police and crosses into Mexico

Stolen minivan chase outruns California police and crosses into Mexico

A stolen minivan chase ran 170 miles across four SoCal counties before CHP stood down near the border and the driver crossed into Mexico.
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dating app robberies playa del carmen

Playa del Carmen dating app robberies ring busted after victim speaks

Police dismantle ring behind dating app robberies in Playa del Carmen, accused of drugging victims and stealing cash and electronics.
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Tulum restaurant shooting

Tourists watch Tulum restaurant shooting inside Rosa Negra

A night at Rosa Negra turned deadly. Police confirm a man was killed; no arrests yet. We verify the Tulum restaurant shooting and add context.
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French police training

French police training readies Jalisco for World Cup crowds

French police training is coaching 65 Jalisco and metro officers in crowd management before Guadalajara’s 2026 matches to cut risks and force.
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Puerto Vallarta police

Puerto Vallarta police seeking new class for 2026 training

Puerto Vallarta police invite applicants for the 22nd certified cohort, with training set for January 2026 and paid benefits for new recruits.
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Plan Paricutin Michoacan

Plan Paricutin Michoacan aims to seal cartel routes

Plan Paricutin Michoacan rolls in more than 10,500 troops and a 57-billion-peso push to seal cartel routes after Uruapan's mayor was killed.
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Quintana Roo trafficking rescues

Quintana Roo trafficking rescues surge as 844 victims freed

Quintana Roo trafficking rescues draw focus as 844 victims are freed and 98 suspects detained, with 24 sentences and 139 raids reported.
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Puerto Morelos clandestine grave

Puerto Morelos clandestine grave yields 16 victims

Prosecutors confirm 16 remains at a ranch near Leona Vicario as excavation and IDs continue. Puerto Morelos clandestine grave under scrutiny.
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Playa del Carmen disappearances

Playa del Carmen disappearances spike before high season

Playa del Carmen disappearances hit at least 16 since October, including teens. We verify reports, track alerts, and explain what the data shows.
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puerto vallarta sailboat sinks

Puerto Vallarta sailboat sinks near Sheraton area, crew safe

After a Puerto Vallarta sailboat incident near the Sheraton, responders confirmed three aboard were uninjured and secured the area Sunday.
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Plaza Caracol jewelry robbery

Plaza Caracol jewelry robbery nets nearly 400k pesos

Police investigate the Plaza Caracol jewelry robbery after a kiosk inside Soriana reported forced cases and losses near 400,000 pesos overnight.
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